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BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ITS COMMITTEES
At Akçansa, our corporate governance approach is built on the principles of fairness, transparency, accountability and responsibility.
Across all our operations, we aim to contribute to a sustainable future while creating long-term value for all our stakeholders. Through our integrated management approach, we seek to minimize risks while ensuring full compliance with all legal requirements. Our Board of Directors, the highest governing body of our Company, consists of six members. Two independent members serve on the Board, contributing to a transparent and impartial governance structure. All Board members are elected by the General Assembly based on their qualifications and expertise. The roles of Chair of the Board and General Manager are held by different individuals, ensuring a clear separation of duties. At both Ordinary and Extraordinary General Assembly meetings, our shareholders are entitled to one vote for each share they hold, and votes are cast openly. In line with our senior management remuneration policy, the remuneration of Board members is determined through voting at the General Assembly. Committees operating under the Board of Directors support effective and transparent governance. In accordance with Capital Markets legislation and the Turkish Commercial Code, Akçansa has established Corporate Governance, Early Detection of Risk and Audit Committees. The Corporate Governance and Audit Committees meet four times a year at minimum quarterly intervals, while the Early Detection of Risk Committee convenes at least six times a year at two-month intervals to carry out its responsibilities. The Internal Audit Department, which provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services to enhance company activities and create value, is represented in the extended Executive Committee and operates under the Audit Committee composed of independent Board members.
You can access the working procedures and principles of the committees here.
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mr. Umut Zenar was appointed as a Member of the Board of Directors, effective 1 January 2026, to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Ms. Şebnem Önder, subject to the approval of the first General Assembly; andMr. Umut Zenar was also elected as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective 1 January 2026, while Mr. Burak Orhun continues to serve as a Member of the Board of Directors.
Audit Committee
Scope
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Oversees the functioning and effectiveness of the Company’s internal control and internal audit systems.
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Submits recommendations regarding the appointment of the Independent Auditor.
Meeting/Reporting Frequency and Agenda
At least four times a year, at quarterly intervals
Members
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Bülent Bozdoğan, Chair
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Ali Aynacı, Member
Corporate Governance Committee
Scope
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Works to enhance corporate governance practices.
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Oversees the activities of the Investor Relations function.
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Responsible for the evaluation and nomination of Board of Directors candidates.
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Provides recommendations regarding the remuneration principles of the Board of Directors and senior executives.
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Oversees sustainability-related activities and provides recommendations for improvement.
Meeting/Reporting Frequency and Agenda
At least four times a year, at quarterly intervals
Members
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Bülent Bozdoğan, Chair
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Ali Aynacı, Member
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Dinçer Bulan, Member
Early Risk Detection Committee
Scope
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Identifies potential risks that the Company may face.
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Carries out activities to establish risk management systems and support the effective management of risks.
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Reviews the risk management systems at least once a year.
Meeting/Reporting Frequency and Agenda
At least six times a year, at two-month intervals
Members
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Ali Aynacı, Chair
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Bülent Bozdoğan, Member
SENIOR MANAGEMENT
